Comparison

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO vs Viewra 3D

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

This app consolidates 3D model searching, viewing, and slicing from major platforms into a single interface. It allows users to find, preview, organize, and prepare STL files for 3D printing, streamlining the entire workflow.

Highlights
  • Search multiple 3D model sites
  • Full 3D preview and STL viewer
  • Built-in 3D slicer with G-code export
  • Save and organize models into collections
  • Manage STL library
  • Discover trending models and contests
Features
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3D GO – 3D Printing, STL Viewer & Slicer 3D GO is a fast, all-in-one 3D printing app for finding, previewing, organizing, and slicing 3D models from the biggest sites in the world. Instead of jumping between five different websites, folders, and slicers, you can do everything in one place. Search across Thingiverse, Printables, MakerWorld, Cults3D, Creality Cloud, Thangs, MyMiniFactory and Sketchfab at the same time to find STL files for parts, tools, upgrades, miniatures, home décor, and just about anything else you want to 3D print. Whether you’re printing functional parts or artistic models, 3D GO makes it easy to discover the best files from the entire 3D printing community. Select models with a full 3D preview and STL viewer, so you can rotate, zoom, and inspect it before you download or slice. This helps you avoid bad files, broken geometry, and wasted filament. You can also open any STL from your device and view it instantly inside the app. When you’re ready to print, 3D GO includes a built-in 3D slicer that converts STL files into print-ready G-code. You can prepare files for PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, and more, then export them for your printer using your normal workflow. It works great alongside Bambu Studio, PrusaSlicer, Cura, and Klipper-based setups. You can save any model from any site and organize them into custom collections. Keep folders for different printers, materials, or projects, search through your saved models, and manage even huge STL libraries without losing track of anything. 3D GO also lets you explore what’s happening across the entire 3D printing world. Browse trending 3D models, check out design contests, and discover new creators without visiting each site individually. No matter what 3D printer you use — Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, Anycubic, Flashforge, Ultimaker, and more — 3D GO fits right into your workflow. Key features • Search Thingiverse, Printables, MakerWorld, Cults3D, Creality Cloud, Thangs, MyMiniFactory & Sketchfab • Full 3D preview and STL viewer • Built-in 3D slicer with G-code export • Save models and create custom collections • Search and manage your STL library • View trending models and design contests • Works with all major 3D printers If you’re into 3D printing and tired of juggling multiple websites and slicer apps, 3D GO brings everything together into one clean, fast experience. Download 3D GO and make finding and preparing your next 3D print simple again. 3D GO is an independent app and is not affiliated with any of the sites or printer brands mentioned. All trademarks belong to their owners. Privacy Policy: https://3dgo.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Viewra 3D

Features
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Viewra 3D is a local-first 3D model viewer designed for private and smooth file viewing. No account registration or cloud upload required. Supports a wide range of 3D and CAD/BIM formats, including 3DM, 3DS, 3MF, AMF, BIM, BREP, DAE, FBX, FCStd, GLTF, IFC, IGES, STEP, STL, OBJ, OFF, PLY, and WRL. * Model Tree Show or hide model nodes by hierarchy to focus on specific structures and parts. * Section View Inspect internal structures and hidden components with interactive sectioning. * Exploded View Separate assembly components for a clearer understanding of part relationships. * Screenshot Export Capture the current view and export high-resolution images for sharing or documentation. * Multi-Format Export Export models to STL, PLY, GLB, OFF, 3DM, BIM, and other 3D formats for easier collaboration and data exchange. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO4 screens
Viewra 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO at 15.1 against Viewra 3D's 18.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Viewra 3D sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO ships an update every 5 weeks, Viewra 3D every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO versus Viewra 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThingiverse Printables | 3D GOViewra 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB152 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSimpleDev LLCShenzhen Seize Times E-Commerce Co., Ltd.

Bugs and requests

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues and errors
  • Crashing and freezing on various actions
  • Incompatibility with certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to like/save models
  • Improve UI and navigation
  • Implement scrolling on welcome screen
  • Add more advanced slicer features
  • Improve compatibility with older devices

Viewra 3D

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO

Subscriptions2
  • 3D Printing Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • 3D Printing Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
3 purchases

Viewra 3D

Subscriptions2
  • Viewra 3D Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Viewra 3D Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Viewra 3D Pro Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO free?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Viewra 3D free?
Viewra 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or Viewra 3D have ads?
Neither Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO nor Viewra 3D shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO or Viewra 3D?
Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO ships an update every 5 weeks, and Viewra 3D every 2 months. Most recently, Thingiverse Printables | 3D GO was updated on November 6, 2026 and Viewra 3D on November 5, 2026.

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